Senior Care Assistant

Richmond Villages; Sutton at Hone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home provider in Sutton at Hone, Kent, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team and deliver high-quality, person-centered care. The role includes supporting clinical duties and building relationships with residents and their families. Ideal candidates will have or be working towards an NVQ3 in care and be motivated individuals with strong interpersonal skills. Salary ranges from £12.40 to £14.01 per hour with various benefits included.

Benefits

Free access to 24/7 healthcare support

Annual healthcare allowance

Early access to earned wages

28 days holiday

Supplementary sick pay

Long-service rewards

Free meals per shift

Interest-free travel loan

Pension plans

Parental leave schemes

Menopause Plan

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Completed or currently pursuing an NVQ3 in care.
• Experience in similar roles, providing dignity and kindness.
• Motivated and positive with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Care Assistants.
• Support the nurse with clinical duties.
• Build relationships with residents and families.

Skills

Motivated and positive attitude

Strong interpersonal skills

Teamwork orientation

Education

NVQ3 in care

Job description

Senior Care Assistant – Broad Oak Manor Care Home

Location: Arnolds Lane, Sutton‑at‑Hone, Dartford, Kent DA4 9HF.

Salary: £12.40 – £14.01 per hour (dependent on experience).

Employment Type: Full‑time, permanent day shifts (44 hours per week).

About the Home

Broad Oak Manor is a beautiful Edwardian manor house set within a peaceful village, providing residential, nursing and short‑stay care, including palliative and convalescence care. The home is CQC registered to provide care for residents over and under 65 years and is conveniently located near the M25 and A2.

Description

As a Senior Care Assistant you will lead a team of Care Assistants, support the nurse with clinical duties, help train new staff, and build relationships with residents, families and external teams such as GPs and district nurses. The role is vital in delivering high‑quality, person‑centred care and ensuring residents enjoy activities, meals, and a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Day‑to‑day responsibility for running a unit
• Supporting clinical duties, including assisting the nurse with medication, care‑plan reviews and accurate record‑keeping
• Driving and managing a team of Care Assistants, including shift handovers
• Helping with training and supervision of new staff members
• Building relationships with residents, their families and external teams such as GPs and District Nurses
• Assisting residents with a range of personal care duties

Qualifications & Skills

• Completed or currently working towards an NVQ3 in care (company will support completion if required)
• Motivated, positive, with strong interpersonal skills and teamwork orientation
• Previous experience in a similar role, with a passion for making a real difference to people’s lives and providing dignity and kindness

Benefits

• My Healthcare – Free access to 24/7 support, remote GP appointments, physiotherapy and mental health support
• Annual allowance (approx. £350) for Bupa healthcare products
• Wagestream – early access to up to 40% of earned wages
• 28 days holiday
• Supplementary sick pay scheme
• Long‑service rewards (e‑cards, extra holidays, money)
• Free meals on every shift
• Interest‑free annual travel loan for transport season tickets
• Bupa pension plans
• Parental leave schemes for adoption, birth parents and co‑parents
• Menopause Plan
• Discounts at gyms and fitness facilities

Why Bupa

Bupa is a health insurer and provider focused on helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives. We champion diversity and encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds. As a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer we provide reasonable adjustments and inclusive recruitment.

Additional Information

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